New Zealand · CATHEDRAL COVE TOURS
The 15 best cathedral cove tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Glass bottom boat cruise in Whitianga for Cathedral Cove views, snorkeling gear, and a marine reserve tour with a mammal watch permit.
“Great experience. The cove is so beautiful and everything else around it. Our crew mates were so friendly and shared plenty of information.”
Paddle from Hahei to Cathedral Cove in Te Whanganui-a-Hei Marine Reserve, with modern kayaks, snacks, hot drinks, and sea caves.
“This was an excellent activity - a real memorable highlight of our 3 week trip around NZ. The kayaks were stable and easy to manoeuvre and the guides were knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended.”
2-hour Whitianga cruise to Cathedral Cove and the volcanic coast, with live guide, close-up caves, and wildlife sightings possible.
“The awesome tour guide Sam was such a informative guide and the tour was amazing with scenery unbelievable.Plus such a beautiful calm day. Don't miss this tour.💖”
Shaded 2-hour cruise from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve, volcanic coast stops, and fish spotting, no snorkeling.
“Justin was an excellent guide. He knew the area so well and made sure we all felt very safe. A beautiful part of New Zealand. We will recommend this trip to others.”
Small-group 1-hour Cathedral Cove boat cruise from Hahei, NZ. See sea caves and the marine reserve with dry bags and lifejackets included.
“Another way to see cathedral cove up close and personal. Getting inside the caves in the boat was surreal!”
Small-group day tour from Auckland to Cathedral Cove, with tide-based Hot Water Beach and a guided Coromandel drive.
“This was my favorite tour of the trip. Mark was our driver and guide and he was the most laid back, kind person. Everything was really well timed and we had plenty of time to enjoy Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach. He found a great spot to dig and it was such a cool experience!”
Snorkel, cruise, and learn the Cathedral Cove coast from Whitianga on an eco catamaran with included gear, onboard speakers, and comfort on board.
“Adam and Libby offered a very friendly and welcoming atmosphere during the entire journey. Both shared a very informative and entertaining history of that spectacular place.We'll surely recommend to friends and families”
Sail Whitianga’s Mercury Bay to Cathedral Cove by catamaran, with optional snorkel and swim, plus drinks and snacks for $86.
“We really enjoyed our experience! The guides were very kind and friendly. It was cool seeing how the boom sail operates, whilst also being able to enjoy the ocean view. The fruit and drinks were also a nice touch. Thank you!”
150-minute boat trip from Whitianga to Cathedral Cove and Orua Sea Cave, plus snorkelling for snapper in a marine reserve.
“Adam and his crew were great hosts! Very knowledgeable and funny! We got a beautiful day. Definitely snorkel, the schools of fish were amazing !”
Hahei speedboat snorkeling to Cathedral Cove Marine Reserve. Warm wetsuits, quality gear, 1-hour water time, rays and fish, small group.
“Virkelig meget værdi for pengene! Vi så rokker og massere af fisk. Vi elskede også turen med jetboat! Nok min yndlings betalte aktivitet på ferien!”
Small-group Coromandel day trip from Auckland to Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach, with tide-timed walks and a geothermal spa soak.
“Leider sprach unser Guide kein hochenglisch und wir hatten große Probleme mit dem Verständnis. Am Hot-Water-Bay war kein heißes Wasser zu finden, trotz graben.☹️”
Hahei Explorer’s 1-hour Cathedral Cove boat cruise from Hahei Beach, with sea caves, blowholes, and marine reserve wildlife.
“The rep on the beach was a great help with the tour guide on the boat was brilliant, I would highly recommend this trio👌 👌 👏 👏 👏”
2-hour boat tour from Tairua to Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach, and Te Whanganui a Hei Marine Reserve with photo stops and swim time.
“Great trip. Very entertaining and lovely tour guide. Saw a lot of animals on our trip. Even managed to see a whale in the water (made the tour go longer, but so worth it!) Highly recommended! Especially if you don't want to drive up all the way to Whitianga for a trip to Cathedral Cove.”
Paddle the Hahei Marine Reserve to Cathedral Cove daily, with small-group guidance, dry-bag gear, and cappuccinos on the beach.
“Lovely little kayak trip out to an island, then to Cathedral Cove. Time for a swim and a shower under a waterfall, then real coffee on the beach - yum! Nathan was fun and informative, and the equipment was in good nick.”
Small-group Coromandel day trip from Auckland with Cathedral Cove walks, scenic beaches, and comfy minibuses, plus snacks and water.
“Very well organized, the guides Pearl and John were very entertaining and took really good care of us. Cathedral Cove and the beaches around are just amazing. Thanks!”
From the fiords to the geothermal belt, sorted by what you want to do with the day.
